Zbigniew Zapasiewicz

The plot couldn't be simpler or its attack on capital punishment (and the act of killing in general) more direct (imdb)

Witek runs after a train. Three variations follow on how such a seemingly banal incident could influence the rest of Witek's life... (imdb)

Written by Kieslowski's co-scripter for the colours trilogy, Krzysztof Piesiewicz and part of his latest trilogy, "Faith, Hope, and Love," Hope is director Mucha's fascinating and thoughtful debut feature following his popular documentary Absolut Warhola. When a well-respected art historian steals an invaluable painting from a church, righteous and fanatic Francis records the crime on video to blackmail him. However, the young man is not interested in money but demands that painting is returned. (iksv.org/)

In good old days Franz Maurer and his partners from secret police used to live like kings. Now, they all must adapt to new post-communist environment where they are scorned and losing all the privileges. Some, like Franz, are like ordinary police fighting against drug dealers. But Franz would soon find that some of his friends are on the other side. (imdb)

Based on a novel of the same name by Kazimierz Sejda, C.K. dezerterzy (known as "H.M. Deserters" in English) is a Polish film telling of the misadventures of a quintet of Austro-Hungarian soldiers during World War I. It has been compared to Robert Altman's MASH (1970) and Mike Nichols' Catch-22 (1970)... (imdb)

The title of this film -- taken from graffiti on a wall near director Krzysztof Zanussi's home -- provides ironic commentary on its subject, which revolves around a doctor's questioning of his beliefs when he is confronted with terminal illness. (movies.nytimes.com)

Jan is a young assistant professor in chemistry and a workaholic, whose entire life is dedicated to study and advancement to full professorship. Anna is an unsuccessful science writer who turns to Jan for advice and human compassion in a critical moment of mental confusion and nervous exhaustion. Jan, absorbed with his career, remains immune to Anna's clumsy efforts to pierce his defenses. Afraid by her ultimate plea for an embrace, he escapes to his own quarters. (imdb)

A young student (Jan Nowicki) losses interest in college and goes straight ahead, searching for a "different life". His goal is: to marry a wealthy woman, live in a villa, buy a car. As a grown-up his actions a bit "weird". When he meets a women... who changes his life. (imdb)

A group of students are spending the summer vacation at a university camp. One of the camp directors, Jaroslaw, is a young professor who prefers the straightforward, intimate approach to students. He is opposed in his liberal views by Jakub, who likes to manipulate people. The confrontation begins... (imdb)

Story opens with Lucja Krol's husband under the tram. She gives birth to her fourth son on the floor of their new apartment. Neighbor Wiktor, a communist intellectual, befriends the poverty-stricken family but is soon arrested and sent to jail. During the war Lucja narrowly escapes a Nazi roundup at the black market. Her sons hold ardent Communist meetings in their apartment, with her blessing. Lucja works hard, but without complaint... (imdb)

It is a story of love, suspicion, and principles--that go beyond mere individuals. It is a story of reconciliation. (imdb)

A famous Polish journalist presents a problem for the powers-that-be when he displays his full political skill and knowledge on a television show featuring questions and answers on a world conference by a panel of journalists. (imdb)

A biography series on a polish statesman, the Chief of State, First Marshal of Poland and a leader of the Second Polish Republic, Minister of Military Affairs. From mid-World War I he had a major influence in Poland's politics, and was an important figure on the European political scene.

Augustin is a 30-year-old university professor. He does not believe in religion. His only belief is in maths, to which he devotes all his time. Then suddenly a series of pressing existential questions start looming in his mind. (imdb)

Accomplished playwright supervises the stage rehearsals for his new play away from home. He rents a room at a private house, which is owned by mother and daughter. Wiktor gets entangled in the two women's bizarre relationship. (imdb)

A man goes to trial for failing to prevent his seriously ill brother from committing suicide. (FILMAFFINITY)

An associate professor of biology goes to hospital due to malaise. He does not suspect that the result of his time-consuming examination could be bad. Unfortunately, it is – a serious kidney disease. (35mm.online)

A young doctor at a rural mental hospital struggles to uphold humane standards and deal with the staff, including aloof doctors, an eccentric poet, and a cynic with whom he falls in love. Their troubled sanctuary then faces even harder decisions—and a real dystopia—with the arrival of the Nazis. (mubi.com)